Fogvid-24, Smart Dust, or Simply Fog?

Meteorology Matters: Social media is abuzz with conspiracy theories surrounding reports of an unusual fog across the US, UK, and Canada, dubbed "Fogvid-24." This document summarizes the main themes, important facts, and contributing factors to this phenomenon.

Summary of Events:

• Starting December 29, 2024, social media users, particularly on TikTok and X, began reporting a thick fog with unusual visual and olfactory characteristics.
• Some individuals claim this fog is accompanied by a chemical, electrical, or burning smell.
• Subsequent reports link exposure to the fog with flu-like symptoms such as fever, coughing, sore throat, headaches, and fatigue.

Conspiracy Theories:

• The unusual appearance of the fog and reported symptoms have fueled cons ...